Sports

Football places significant stress on the feet, ankles, and lower limbs, with rapid changes in direction, impact forces, and repetitive movements increasing the risk of injury. common issues include:

• ankle sprains
• achilles tendonitis
• stress fractures
• plantar fasciitis
• metatarsal injuries
• blisters and boot-related pressure points

At The Foot Room, we provide gait analysis, injury treatment, and prevention strategies, ensuring players at all levels can maintain optimal performance and long-term foot health.

Rugby is a high-impact sport that puts extreme pressure on the feet, ankles, and lower limbs, increasing the risk of contact and overuse injuries. common issues include:

• ankle and knee ligament injuries
• achilles tendon strains
• heel and midfoot pain
• toe and metatarsal injuries from scrummaging and impact
• blisters and boot pressure issues

Our podiatrists specialise in foot stability, injury prevention, and rehabilitation, helping players recover and perform at their best.

Cricket requires long periods of standing, sudden sprints, and explosive movements, placing strain on the feet and lower limbs. common injuries include:

• heel pain and plantar fasciitis
• shin splints from running on hard surfaces
• ankle sprains from bowling or fielding
• blisters and nail trauma from footwear

At The Foot Room, we help cricketers with custom orthotics, footwear advice, injury treatment, and biomechanical assessments, ensuring comfort and performance on the field.

Swimmers rely on strong foot function for efficient propulsion and stroke mechanics, but constant moisture exposure can lead to:

• verrucas (common in pool environments)
• fungal infections of the skin and nails
• foot and ankle cramps due to overuse
• arch pain and plantar fasciitis from land-based training

We offer specialist treatments for verrucas, fungal infections, and biomechanical issues, keeping swimmers’ feet healthy both in and out of the water.

Martial artists depend on strong, stable feet for balance, explosive power, and agility. frequent barefoot training can increase the risk of:

• bruising and fractures from impact
• toe injuries from kicking techniques
• ankle sprains from sudden pivots and landings
• plantar fasciitis and heel pain

At The Foot Room, we provide injury prevention strategies, strengthening exercises, and treatment for impact-related injuries, helping martial artists maintain foot strength and mobility.

Boxers rely on quick footwork, strong arches, and ankle stability to move effectively in the ring. the high-intensity movements can lead to:

• ankle sprains and instability
• metatarsal pain and bruising
• heel pain from constant bouncing and pivoting
• blisters and foot fatigue from footwear

Our podiatrists support boxers with injury treatment, gait analysis, and strengthening programs, ensuring balance, stability, and foot health in training and competition.

Dancers place unique demands on their feet, requiring strength, flexibility, and endurance. repetitive high-impact movements and intense training can cause:

• metatarsal pain and stress fractures
• heel pain and plantar fasciitis
• blisters, corns, and nail trauma
• ankle sprains and tendon injuries

At The Foot Room, we offer tailored treatments, injury prevention advice, and biomechanical assessments, helping dancers stay pain-free and performing at their peak.